What is Kamili Yoga™?
Kamili Yoga™ is a modern Pan-African system for Black holistic wellness. From the African Swahili word for “complete” and the Indian Sanskrit word for “union,” Kamili Yoga™ is born of the necessity for more systems of Yoga that center Black wellness in a holistic way. Kamili Yoga™ consists of three structured core tenets, each of which is rooted in the exploration of Pan-African traditions and peoples, from the African ancestors spread across the Motherland to the Black descendants dispersed around the world.
Kamili Yoga™ is an answer to numerous needs. The need for more culturally diverse Yoga systems. The need for more Yoga systems that de-center Whiteness. And the need for more Yoga systems that celebrate the beautiful depths of Black and African being.
About This Course
The Kamili Yoga™ Beginners Course is a self-guided curriculum to introduce Kamili Yoga™ to both Black and non-Black yogis. The curriculum goes into detail on the origin, structure, and practice of the Kamili Yoga™ system. In addition, students of this course will explore to the historical and cultural foundations of Yoga, universal principles and various forms of African spirituality, and how these converge in Kamili Yoga™.
The curriculum concludes with guided instruction of the core Kamili Yoga™ practice, as well as a breakdown on how to create practices of your own.
Who Will Benefit From This Course?
- Beginner Black yogis just starting their Yoga journey
- Experienced Black yogis such as seasoned practitioners and certified teachers
- Any and all Black folks committed to their inner growth and holistic wellness
- Mental health professionals, counselors, and coaches
- Spiritual workers and holistic health professionals
- Personal trainers and body workers
- Anyone open to learning an Afrocentric Yoga practice
COURSE IN DEVELOPMENT!
GOES LIVE IN 2021!
SEE CURRICULUM OUTLINE BELOW!
The Kamili Yoga™ Beginners Course
Curriculum Outline
MODULE I: Opening Overview
- The Creation of Kamili Yoga™
- Introduction to the Core Tenets
- The Kamili Affirmation: A Guided Meditation
- Module Review Quiz
MODULE II: Elimu na Hekima on Yoga History
- Foundations of Yogic Spirituality
- Exploring Systems of Indian Yoga
- Appropriation of Yoga in the West
- Module Review Quiz
MODULE III: Elimu na Hekima on Traditional African Spiritualities
- Universal Principles of African Faiths
- Faiths of the African Continent
- Faiths of the African Diaspora
- Module Review Quiz
MODULE IV: Embracing the Nguzo Tatu
- Union with Self
- Union with Others
- Union with Spirit
- Module Review Quiz
MODULE V: How to Practice Ibada Kamili
- Takatifu: Creating a Sacred Space
- Pumzi: Conscious Breath Techniques
- Nguvu: Sensing & Visualizing Energy
- Mwendo: Embracing Free Flow Motion
- Kutafakari: Simple Meditation Methods
- Module Review Quiz
MODULE VI: Swahili Pronunciation Practice
- About KiSwahili
- Swahili for the Core Tenets
- Swahili for the Personal Principles
- Swahili for the Social Principles
- Swahili for the Spiritual Principles
- Swahili for the Complete Ritual
- Module Review Quiz
MODULE VII: Curriculum Conclusion
- Guided Ibada Kamili: Free Flow
- Guided Ibada Kamili: Kemetic Flow
- Developing Your Own Practices of Ibada Kamili
- Final Thoughts
The Kamili Affirmation
My body bears strength, solid and firm
I am earth
My heart burns pure, a passionate flame
I am fire
My mind flows calmly, open and clear
I am water
My spirit breathes gently, a sacred breath
I am air
My being is empty of ego, yet encompasses all
I am space
My soul is a reflection of all existence
I am life
And I am complete
Asé
Written by Eternity Philops. Copyright © 2020
Frequently Asked Questions
Kamili Yoga™ teacher certification is provided only through membership to the Kamili Collective. Learn more about the collective by CLICKING HERE.
Your Instructor
Yoga Educator & Wellness Coach
Certified Hatha & Kemetic Yoga Teacher
Yoga Alliance E-RYT: Continuing Education Provider
Creator of Kamili Yoga™ & Organizer of the Kamili Collective